NEET UG CHEMISTRY MCQ: HYDROCARBONS

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The molecule benzene can undergo a chemical reaction known as nitration.The carry out this
reaction there is need for the presence of two concentrated acids. Nitric acid is one, but
what is the other?

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Correct option: B

Sulphuric acid

Option B (Sulphuric acid) is correct because concentrated sulfuric acid acts as a catalyst and dehydrating agent in the nitration of benzene.

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